Thread: MSD 6al timing light question
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12-27-2005 03:16 PM #1
MSD 6al timing light question
I have an msd 6al ignition box on my 73 nova, my current timing light (an Equus inductive timing light) reads a higher timing then what is set. Can anyone suggest a timing light that will read accurately and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg?
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12-27-2005 04:46 PM #2
MSD suggested the sears timing light. I'v used it for years.
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12-27-2005 05:06 PM #3
462" Buick with Mallory Unilite vac adv distributor and MSD 6AL.
My Sears Penske timing light (standard model) reads right on as confirmed by static timing the engine.
I tried a Sears Penske dial-back style timing light and it read 20 degrees off - I think on the retard side, but don't quote me.
I've mentioned this on other boards and the replies have been that some dial-back lights don't read right and others do.
The dial-backs are nice, but a degreed balancer - which I now have - or a timing tape will do it.C9
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12-27-2005 07:51 PM #4
I agree I tried using the dial back timing lights on my MSD and when I use it the timing jumps all over the place when I dial it back. When I put it on zero it works just fine. I think those multiple sparks mess the light up when using dial back.
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